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Relationships
The Relationships category invites women who’ve reached midlife and beyond to explore life’s various relationships and build healthier and enriching relationship dynamics. Starting with self exploration, we can tap our inner wisdom to identify our true needs and wants that are aligned to creating an authentic and sovereign life. Our columns also explore other types of relationships—including with family, friends, coworkers and nature.
Being Alone Doesn’t Have to Mean Being Lonely
Many older women find themselves spending more time alone. But by taking
appropriate steps, being alone doesn’t have to mean being lonely.
Rhonda Collins
Mar 18, 20236 min read
Large Percentage of Women, Seniors Feel Isolated
Research suggests that both older adults and women are at risk for loneliness. Other factors also contribute to the loneliness equation.
Research
Mar 11, 20231 min read
Momento Mori: Let’s Talk About Death
Death can make us squeamish as we get older. Maybe it’s time to reframe our thoughts to consider how we live the remainder of our days.
Brenda Riojas
Nov 5, 20224 min read
Opening the Heart is a Sign of Strength
Society idolizes the mind, but the heart is as important—if not more so—to our health and well-being than the brain. How can we tap into thi
Jenni de Jong
Aug 20, 20228 min read
New Life Chapter Includes Love, Joy, Thorns
One of life’s blessings is becoming a grandparent. Yet this wonderful new chapter also calls for changes in how we approach life.
Brenda Riojas
Jul 30, 20224 min read
Tips on Enjoying Travel While Remaining Friends
Travel can be a true pleasure—unless you face conflict with your travel companion.
Kaye Olsson
Jul 23, 20226 min read
Respectful Listening in a Noisy World
Today, everybody wants to air their views. But stopping to understand another's message is where our power lies.
Brenda Riojas
Apr 2, 20224 min read
Spreading Kindness in a Cruel World
A simple act of kindness can serve as a powerful antidote that eases the pain of living in a world engulfed in suffering.
Kaye Olsson
Mar 26, 20225 min read
Helping Those in Need by Doing Less
Women often feel called to action when loved ones have a crisis. Yet, often the most healing response is offering a listening ear.
Jenni de Jong
Feb 26, 20226 min read
Healing Life's Thorns with Grace, Gratitude, Generosity
Life's thorns can be very painful--but how we respond to these emotional triggers can make a huge difference in the quality of our life.
Brenda Riojas
Oct 23, 20215 min read
The Journey from Sorrow to Joy
Midlife often is when life's big losses mount. The challenge that women face is moving through grief and finding their way back to joy.
Kaye Olsson
Sep 4, 20214 min read
Support Our Sisters Across the Globe
The I Start Wondering team wants to support women around the world. One is to make a donation to Women for Women International.
Womankind
Aug 16, 20211 min read
Family History: Learning to Separate Fact from Fiction
Delving into family history involves looking at stories--but keep a discerning eye, because some of those stories may not be true.
Dorian Martin
Aug 7, 20215 min read
Why Girlfriends Matter as Women Age
Girlfriends can help older women navigate life's challenges--and help us live longer and be happier!
Kaye Olsson
Jul 31, 20213 min read
Echándole Ganas: Tickles, Candles, a Tenderness Revolution
Today's chaos is a call to community. By working together, we give each other strength and are able to withstand life's storms.
Brenda Riojas
Jul 16, 20215 min read
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